The Canon EOS R was Canon's first full-frame mirrorless camera, launching the EOS R system with a new RF mount offering improved optical performance and lens communication bandwidth. It features a 30.4MP full-frame sensor shared with the EOS 5D Mark IV and introduced the RF lens ecosystem for professional mirrorless photography. Firmware updates have added features including eye AF and improved continuous shooting.
Product released: September 5, 2018
Latest firmware version
Version 1.8.0, released June 9, 2021
What's new in version 1.8.0
Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following enhancements: 1. Improves color balance when the RF50mm F1.8 STM lens is attached to the EOS R camera. 2. Support has been added for the following lenses*: - RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM - RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM *With Firmware Version 1.7.0 and later. Firmware Version 1.8.0 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.7.0. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.8.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the EOS R is updated to Firmware Version 1.8.0 (or later), it cannot be restored to a previous firmware version (Version 1.0.0 to 1.7.0). Q&A: